Summary This position is located in the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Office (OEEO), Office of the General Counsel. The incumbent of this position serves as a legal advisor to the Director of Equal Employment Opportunity on all matters pertaining to the equal employment opportunity program, its policy, procedures and implementation of the foregoing laws, rules and regulations. Responsibilities As a Attorney Advisor (General) (Senior Attorney Advisor), GS-0905-14, your typical work assignments may include: Conducts and oversees complex Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) complaint investigations arising under Federal civil rights laws, regulations, and EEOC directives, including developing investigative records, interviewing witnesses, analyzing documentary evidence, and preparing comprehensive investigative reports. Provides legal advice and guidance to management officials, supervisors, EEO staff, and collateral duty EEO Counselors regarding EEO laws, complaint processing procedures, and compliance with applicable statutes, regulations, and EEOC guidance. Analyzes the legal sufficiency, timeliness, and merits of EEO complaints and prepares legal analyses, draft decisions, and recommendations based on applicable laws, regulations, EEOC decisions, and court precedent. Facilitates resolution of complex and sensitive EEO matters involving managers, employees, attorneys, union representatives, and external stakeholders while ensuring settlements comply with applicable legal standards and remedial requirements. Additional duties may include research, writing and planning for affirmative employment program memoranda and related events; preparation and conduct of trainings; and possible additional tasks related to coordination of EEO counseling and ADR. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate is a highly experienced attorney and EEO professional with demonstrated expertise conducting and advising on complex Equal Employment Opportunity investigations, complaint adjudication, and regulatory compliance matters arising under Federal civil rights laws and EEOC regulations. They possess strong analytical and legal judgment and are skilled at evaluating testimonial and documentary evidence, conducting legal research, and developing legally sound findings, recommendations, settlement agreements, and decisions. The ideal candidate is an exceptional communicator capable of advising senior leadership, managers, attorneys, and EEO professionals on sensitive and complex EEO matters. They demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage emotionally charged matters with impartiality and integrity while contributing to the effectiveness and continuous improvement of the Agency's EEO program. BASIC REQUIREMENT Education: Must have successfully completed a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) and have the first professional law degree (LL.B. or J.D.). Law school transcripts must be submitted at the time of application. Bar Membership and Certification: Must currently be a member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory, or commonwealth of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. Your active Bar license must reference Bar number and indicate the status of good standing. Agency Internal Self-Certification Forms are not acceptable for verification. In addition to the BASIC REQUIREMENT, applicants must also meet the following: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of a Senior Attorney Advisor, GS-0905-14. Specialized experience includes: Experience conducting or overseeing complex Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) complaint investigations involving Federal civil rights laws, regulations, and EEOC directives. Experience analyzing testimonial and documentary evidence, conducting legal research, and applying relevant statutes, regulations, EEOC decisions, and court precedent to develop legally supportable findings, recommendations, or decisions. Experience preparing investigative reports, legal analyses, correspondence, or other written products related to EEO complaint processing or employment law matters. Experience advising management officials, attorneys, EEO staff, or other stakeholders on EEO laws, complaint procedures, or regulatory compliance matters. Experience facilitating dispute resolution efforts or managing sensitive and complex employee relations or EEO matters involving multiple stakeholders. This experience must be fully supported and articulated in your resume to receive consideration. Please do not cut and paste the specialized experience from this announcement into your resume, as this will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level. NOTE: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. (NOTE: All agency employees must provide a copy of their SF-50 "Notice of Personnel Action" that indicates proof of status. The SF-50 must include your position, title, series, grade, step, tenure (1 or 2), and @type of service (Excepted). As an employee, you may determine your status by checking block 24 on your SF-50. The block must reflect "1" or "2". Also, block 34 must reflect "2"). Education This position has a basic education requirement listed under the Qualifications section of this announcement. (NOTE: Current NLRB Attorneys may not be required to submit a copy of their transcripts. However, NLRB employees within 3 years from receiving their Juris Doctorate degree, must provide a transcript with their application package.) You must meet all qualification requirements. All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, see www.ed.gov. All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. Special Instructions for Foreign Education If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in accredited U.S. education programs; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | U.S. Department of Education. Additional Information SUPPLEMENTARY VACANCIES Supplementary vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The National Labor Relations Board is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, genetic information, political affiliations, or any other non-merit factor. Applicants with disabilities who need reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Agency's Selective Placement Coordinator by email here. NLRB offers a wide array of reasonable accommodations and programs for individuals with disabilities. (Note: for additional information for job seekers with disabilities, please click on the following website here.) PLACEMENT POLICY The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by Promotion, Reassignment or Change to Lower Grade. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position. TRIAL PERIOD As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: Your performance and conduct; and The needs and interests of the agency; and Whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and Whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. ALTERNATE APPLICATION INFORMATION Applicants may contact the Office of Human Resources. The National Labor Relations Board offers career opportunities that feature competitive starting salaries and the potential for performance-based increases, flexible hours, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle. You will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that include Work/Life Balance Programs (Alternative Work Schedules, Telework, Employee Assistance Program, and the Child Care Subsidy Program), the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Long-Term Care Insurance, Thrift Savings Plan, and the Transit Benefit Program.
